The city will host and sponsor events leading up to and on Hip Hop’s actual birthdate (August 11, 2023) in commemoration of Atlanta-based rappers, musicians, and creatives from over the past 50 years.
ELEVATE is presented with a specially curated “theme” that emphasizes various artistic elements and features local, national and/or international art and artists strategically presented to capture the interest and imagination of viewers, while providing an entirely new and accessible experience for Atlantans.
ELEVATE is presented with a specially curated “theme” that emphasizes various artistic elements and features local, national and/or international art and artists strategically presented to capture the interest and imagination of viewers, while providing an entirely new and accessible experience for Atlantans.
Join us as we welcome multi-platinum recording artist & now Best-Selling author Jeezy and Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens for a raw and intimate experience as we discuss and celebrate the release of Jeezy’s newly released book Adversity for Sale: Ya Gotta Believe! Featuring a special conversation with Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens about Atlanta’s contributions to Hip Hop. Attendees will also have the opportunity to get a personalized signed copy of his book and get insight in the trials, learnings and successes that made him who he is.